Everyone who read or was read to as a child knows the power of a good story and the well-written word. Whether the genre is a far-fetched tale of a different world, a lesson in history or something completely different. A book opens the door to a whole new world of possibility. A book can cure ignorance, inspire genius, spark curiosity, give hope, comfort or simply entertain. The importance of literature should never be underestimated.

In today's game it’s impossible to watch a match without advertising and sponsorship catching your eye. Sponsorship is big business and worth hundreds of millions of pounds to the clubs and to individual players.The StadiumsIn a lot of cases the experience begins as you arrive at the stadium. Iconic clubs have sold the naming rights to their famous grounds.

Every sport has a history but football is arguably the most talked about sport in the world. The history of football is well charted but it is impossible to say where or when the game was invented. Historians have found variations of the game going back 4500 years. Historic artefacts and long held traditions prove that football was played in Egypt, China and Rome.

The first discovery...The oldest artefacts balls made from Linen were discovered in Egyptian tombs dating back to 2500bc.

Buying someone the perfect gift will give you and the recipient a boost. It’s been proven that giving makes us feel happier than receiving so why not treat yourself by treating someone else? To give a gift is thoughtful, it shows you care or that you have remembered something that is important to someone else. Whether there's an occasion or it's just because, a gift is always a good idea.

The best way to drink Champagne is something that should be widely shared. Champagne is the drink of choice when it comes to celebrations, it's been this way for years! But do you actually know how best to enjoy a beautiful glass of bubbly?

The 'Champagne' glass.Contrary to what you may have been told all these years, the best way to drink champagne is in a white wine glass. The larger design of the wine glass allows the aromas and flavours to come alive.

On Thursday 20th of July the oldest and most famous golf tournament commences at Royal Birkdale golf course.

This will be the 146th British Open tournament and is the longest running competition in the world of professional golf. There are four open golf championships throughout the year and this is the only one that is not played in the America. This year, the field of approximately 146 players will be playing for the famous and most prized trophy in golf, the Claret jug.

The chase for the UEFA Champions League Trophy is already underway. Teams that failed to automatically qualify for the group stages are entering the second qualifying round. 22 teams automatically qualified and a further ten will come through the qualification rounds.The competition gets properly underway in September when the group stages commence.

UEFA Champions League | The HistoryFirst played for in 1956 the trophy was originally called the European Cup.

So the new football season is almost upon us. Millions of fans from around the world look to the media every day to see which players their team have signed. To see which players they are trying to sign and ones that might be leaving to pastures new. The huge transfer fees and wages negotiated by the agents are discussed in Pubs and clubs, at the dinner table, in fact, anywhere the same passion for football is shared.

Health Benefits of Football as an introductory sportThere are many reasons why football is a good introductory sport for children. An obvious one being the amazing health benefits. Football increases fitness and teaches children the importance of regular exercise from a young age. Studies have shown that the more sports played in younger years, the more likely you are to exercise in adult life. As football is an aerobic sport, it also results in higher energy levels.

Whether you’re planning the birthday party of all birthday parties or looking for a special gift, Personalised Gifts has you covered! We have a variety of personalisation designs to suit all occasions. What better way to celebrate than with a bespoke personalised bottle of wine?

With so many different designs to choose from and a choice of Champagne, Prosecco or Cava, there’s something for every occasion.